ABOUT WESTERN

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the “Western Experience” - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

ABOUT US

The Faculty of Education will transform education and transform lives by leading and contributing to teaching excellence in research-intensive academic and professional programs, and through world-class research that produces measurable and high-quality social impact that benefits society. We are committed to enhancing equity and accessibility for all learners, and culturally and socially responsive knowledge brokering and mobilization.

Education:

• Community College Diploma in an administrative fiel

Experience:

• 2 years of administrative experience in a business office settin

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Written and verbal communication skills to express ideas clearly, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
• Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
• Ability to follow formal business practices with high attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
• Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve external and internal partner issues
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
• Ability to work in a manner that is compliant with confidentiality requirements
• Strong keyboarding skill

The Administrative Assistant will contribute to the efficient running of the Early Childhood Pedagogy Network (ECPN) by performing a range of administrative tasks in accordance to policies and procedures. The incumbent will assist with the day to day administrative activities in the department related to financial, human and physical resources. The role will serve as a point of contact for administration and will assist in the preparation of reports for stakeholders in accordance with all Western and funding agency policies, procedures and guidelines. The incumbent will handle incoming and outgoing mail in a confidential and timely manner, ensure that supplies inventories are adequate and maintained, and assist with the preparation and processing of any required documentation. The incumbent will assist with the coordination of meetings and events, ensure any required resources are available, and that any associated documentation is prepared.
Qualifications

Education:

• Community College Diploma in an administrative field

Experience:

• 2 years of administrative experience in a business office setting

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Written and verbal communication skills to express ideas clearly, and adapt communication style to suit the situation and audience
• Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with genuine customer service orientation
• Ability to follow formal business practices with high attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
• Adapts readily and effectively to changing priorities and demands
• Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
• Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve external and internal partner issues
• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
• Ability to work in a manner that is compliant with confidentiality requirements
• Strong keyboarding skills